College Chaplain Reflection – September 10, 2015

The Father Almighty Last time we considered some of our reasons for believing in God. When we think about who God might be, we can also begin to say some things about God. For example, if God is the cause of everything else, God himself must have no beginning. In other words, God is outside…

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Mission Report – September 10, 2015

On Wednesday morning four students of St Patrick’s College joined with other students from Ballarat’s Christian schools for -‘See you at the Pole’.- Organised and hosted by Ballarat Christian College, -‘See you at the Pole’ is an international day of prayer as part of the Global week of student prayer to celebrate religious freedom. The…

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Middle School Report – September 10, 2015

With Term Three concluding next week, I once again congratulate all boys on the manner in which they have embraced Year 9 and the Rite Journey Program. I also encourage the boys to take responsibility in regard to the following: Revision and School Holidays Revision is a key step in learning. Revision works best if…

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Information Technology Update – September 10, 2015

iOS on the iPad The mobile operating system of the iPad, iPhone and iPod is known as the iOS. iOS software updates are released on a regular basis – and introduce new features that let you do even more with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. To ensure the iPad is always operating at its…

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Boarding Report – September 10, 2015

Director of Boarding – So often I regale you with an anecdote, some advice or simply use this opportunity to showcase the wonderful myriad of achievements our boarders accomplish each day. However in this fortnight’s contribution I turn the spotlight to our Senior Weekend Coordinator, Sports & Welfare Liaison Officer, our Kenny Housemaster -“ Ms…

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Careers Update – September 10, 2015

The SPC Careersblog has all the latest news, information and event dates and details for careers minded students and parents. Check out these items at:- http://spccareersblog.edublogs.org/– Recent Posts Science Zoos Victoria opportunities for students Ready 4 Work- September School Holidays 2015 Employment Projections Victoria Police Work Experience Program Discover Deakin at Warrnambool Campus Weekly Career…

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Squash and Racquetball Results – September 3, 2015

Date: 3 Sept 2015- – – – – – – – – Coach: C. Nielsen, P. Ryan Racquetball SPC -‘A‘ Grade G1– – – S. Cashin (SPC) 11 v (BCC) 15- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –…

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Headmaster’s Message – September 10, 2015

Excellence is a key pillar of St Patrick’s College both in the classroom and in the wider community. Today, as I reflect on the near-completion of another busy term, it is with great joy that I see many more examples of our boys attaining excellent results. In the past fortnight alone we have enjoyed many…

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Table Tennis Report – September 10, 2015

Table Tennis SPC entered ten teams across four grades for the 2015 BAS table tennis season. There was strong interest from the Middle and Junior School. The A Grade team, made up of four Year Eight players, were very competitive but unfortunately due to school camp and some illness they were not able to play…

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James George Joseph Fraser

FRASER, James George Joseph- – – – SPC 1896-1900 DoB:- 3 March 1888, Ballarat East, VIC Fth:- John Fraser, printer Mth:- Annie, nee Brewster When James Fraser left St Pat’s, he worked as a printer in his father’s business in Albert Street, Ballarat. The College annuals were printed by Fraser’s for many years. James was…

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